Maria's Hours (1979): cast, story & where to watch
1979 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1979, Maria's Hours is a drama film directed by António de Macedo, running about 105 minutes.
What it’s about. Maria, a blind girl apparently raped by her stepfather, is held in an isolated and dilapidated hospice, desperately awaiting a miracle by Our Lady of Fátima. Turned over by Angela, her aunt, into the care of Dr. Firmino, an imposing doctor, she will suffer moments of despair, grace, and fear, among beliefs, phantoms, and revelations.
Who’s in it. Maria's Hours stars Eugénia Bettencourt as Maria, Cecília Guimarães as Ângela, João D'Ávila as Dr. Firmino and Carlos Boavida Fernandes as Jesus/Thomas, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Maria's Hours has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Maria's Hours page.
If you liked it. Fans of Maria's Hours tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Maria's Hours (1979)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Maria's Hours change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Maria's Hours worth watching?
- Maria's Hours holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Maria's Hours?
- Maria's Hours stars Eugénia Bettencourt, Cecília Guimarães, João D'Ávila, Carlos Boavida Fernandes and Leonel Brito.
- When was Maria's Hours released?
- Maria's Hours was released in 1979, with a runtime of about 105 minutes.